Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I donate money to The Homeless Project?
It could be argued that the most popular charities in Australia are popular because they spend a large portion of the money that is donated to their cause (up to 60%) on advertising, admin, marketing and self promotion.
Disillusioned with this fact, we’ve set up The Homeless Project Ltd and in terms of effective altruism, it offers value for money second to none.
The Homeless Project is mandated to ensure that 100% of all money donated is spent directly on our cause in the construction and acquisition of dwellings for people who are homeless or at risk. And the creation and maintenance of an indigenous sanctuary for native flora and fauna. All additional costs are funded by the founders of this charity.
Is The Homeless Project Accredited?
The Homeless Project is registered with ASIC (ABN: 69 605 982 152) and is a registered Charity under the Corporations Act. We are also registered with ACNC (the governing body for charities in Australia).
How do homeless people find their way into your homes?
People who are homeless or at risk will often make contact with community crisis centres. Housing workers will then call around to find appropriate accommodation. The Homeless Project homes are compliant with local and federal regulations and are registered with local councils
I have some spare time. How can I help?
There are lots of ways that you can help. Call or drop us a line and let us know that you are available and we can discuss how we can put your skills to great use in fighting homelessness.
Can you tell me more about threatened Australian species?
In terms of land management, Australia has a terrible track record. In a little over 200 years since European settlement, numerous plant and animal species have become extinct on our watch.
At the time of European settlement in the 19th century, there were 16 macropod species that lived and flourished. 8 macropod species are now extinct. In total, 81 species have become extinct since Captain Cook arrived 200 plus years ago.
Here in Victoria, more than 2,000 species are on the endangered list with about 500 on the critically endangered list.
How did this happen? We’ve deforested millions of square kilometres of bushland to create farms, towns and cities. We introduced feral animals. And many were hunted. It is estimated that feral cats kill over 1 billion native creatures every year.
Foxes kill over 300 million mammals every year.
How do we turn this around?
There are many groups working hard to stop this trend. These include volunteers, government agencies and responsible land owners.
Until scientists can find a solution to controlling feral pests such as cats, foxes, wild dogs, deer, etc, fencing large tracts of land is the most effective way to ensure that the remaining native creatures can flourish.
By setting up several of these sanctuaries in a variety of ecosystems around Victoria, we may have a chance to save our cherished indigenous species.
I have a question that has not been covered?
info@thehomelessproject.org.au
Phone
041 222 0596
Address
P.O.Box 222 Seaford VIC 3198